Diabetes Snack Tips When Travelling

A rumbling stomach cannot, at whatever cost, be avoided, especially for a diabetic because of the constant hunger pangs that he/she experiences. At such a juncture, a diabetic needs a super snack that can not only satiate hunger, but also keep the blood sugar levels from blowing. Just like how meals are an assortment of nutrients, snacks must also be a combination of protein, carbohydrates and fats. Aim for a snack that has about 15 to 30 grams of carbohydrates and about 100 to 200 calories. Take a look at these five snacks that you can munch on even when you are travelling.

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Grapes, Whole Grain Crackers and Cottage Cheese

Whole-grains that are rich in nutrients, such as cracked wheat, rye, whole wheat and quinoa may lower blood sugar levels and cholesterol. Cottage cheese adds protein that helps in stabilising blood sugar levels, providing calcium for the building of strong bones and curbing hunger pangs. Buy whole-grain crackers that are made of whole-wheat flour or whole grain, such as rye. Eat two crackers at a time.

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Homemade Popcorn

Popcorn is a fibrous food that when made from scratch is an all-natural food sans artificial flavourings and additives. If you are travelling, pack one in an air tight container.

Cheese and Apples

Fruit, for anybody, should be an important part of diet. Not only does it provide fibre, but also other important nutrients. This may seem strange for a diabetic because of the high sweet content that fruits are composed of, but eating them in moderation can help a diabetic manage diabetes better. When you add fruits in your diet, make sure that they are low in natural sugars, such as melon, berries, apples, etc. Cheese helps add protein to stabilise the blood sugar level and curb hunger pangs apart from giving calcium to build strong muscles.

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Black Bean Salad

Black beans are high in fibre and proteins that help in curbing hunger and stabilising blood sugar levels. Fibre also helps in lowering cholesterol. Adding tomatoes and other vegetables into black bean salad will provide a diabetic with a variety of nutrients along with fibre. Serve half a cup of salad at a time.

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Fresh Yogurt Dip and Veggies

Raw vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals and enzymes. Yoghurt adds protein to stabilise the blood sugar levels and curb hunger pangs. It also provides calcium to build strong bones. To make sure that you do not always have to carry fruits, vegetables and knife everywhere, slice the fruits and vegetables before hand and store them in an air-tight container.

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